
To the promise we once made and the place we must return
60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Adventure, Visual Novel, Anime, Story Rich.

To the promise we once made and the place we must return
Save me from this cage of infinity
Why similar: Visual Novel 21.6%, Romance 17.1%, Adventure 13.4%, Anime 12.1%, Time Manipulation 12.1% ★
Hack Into God
Why similar: Visual Novel 37.2%, Adventure 21.7%, Anime 21.3%, Choices Matter 11.9%, Story Rich 6.9%
If you can't save the one you love… How can you save humanity? Sequel to the visual novel cult classic. Experience an alternate worldline of STEINS;GATE.
Why similar: Visual Novel 38.1%, Anime 19.8%, Sci-fi 12.7%, Story Rich 9.9%, Adventure 7.3%
Seek the root of the Fate franchise. Return to where it all began.
Why similar: Visual Novel 38.4%, Anime 19.7%, Romance 11.5%, Choices Matter 9.3%, Adventure 8.1%
A mystery adventure game and visual novel set on solitary Shironagasu Island. Discover its secrets, solve its mysteries, and escape from the ominous island!
Why similar: Visual Novel 41.7%, Adventure 22.8%, Anime 15.1%, Choices Matter 9%, Sci-fi 5.4%
Takuya Arima receives a package from his supposedly deceased father. It contains the mysterious Reflector Device which allows the user to travel between parallel worlds. Takuya must unearth the mystery of his father's legacy to prevent a calamity threatening to envelop reality itself.
Why similar: Visual Novel 43.2%, Anime 20.9%, Adventure 16.6%, Sci-fi 10.9%, Story Rich 8.3%
STEINS;GATE ELITE follows a rag-tag band of tech-savvy young students who discover the means of changing the past via e-mail using a modified microwave.
Why similar: Visual Novel 38.9%, Anime 21.2%, Sci-fi 12.6%, Romance 7.9%, Adventure 7.4%
The classic visual novel from AQUAPLUS that launched one of Japan's most beloved franchises, WHITE ALBUM is a story of love in many forms. Will a couple cling together, or drift apart on the cold wind? The album of their relationship will be as white as snow, and as poignant.
Why similar: Visual Novel 30.4%, Romance 26.5%, Anime 16.6%, Choices Matter 12.5%, Story Rich 7.1%
What starts with a conversation between two long lost friends spills out into a captivating visual novel about four youths struggling to pursue their dreams and find their place in the world as love complicates everything.
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.7%, Romance 25.4%, Anime 14.3%, Choices Matter 10.2%, Story Rich 7.3%
*This game is only available in Japanese, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese. 「メモリーズオフ」シリーズ1作目 1999年に登場した恋愛アドベンチャーゲーム「メモリーズオフ」をフルHD移植。
Why similar: Visual Novel 47.1%, Adventure 25.5%, Anime 10.2%, Story Rich 8.7%, 2D 7.1%
The late-’90s landmark visual novel from AQUAPLUS is back and fully remastered with 3D scenes and animations, full HD resolution, the choice between the original cast or all-new voiceovers, and international translations for the first time ever!
Why similar: Visual Novel 44.5%, Anime 29.8%, Choices Matter 12.3%, Adventure 7.8%, Story Rich 5.5%
かけがえのない想いを見つけた、その先に――
Why similar: Visual Novel 40%, Adventure 27.6%, Anime 18.4%, 2D 8.9%, Story Rich 4.3%
Relive the four days of destiny...
Why similar: Visual Novel 42.1%, Anime 22.7%, Adventure 17.6%, 2D 9.9%, Story Rich 3.7%
Omnimus. Welcome to the future! A visual novel about a daring experiment.
Why similar: Adventure 28.2%, Visual Novel 26.2%, Anime 15.1%, Sci-fi 12%, Choices Matter 11.1%
"Return to that summer with you..." Ryusei returns to the small island of his younger years, where time flows by gently, to spend a fairy-tale summer vacation with his childhood friend who was spirited away.
Why similar: Visual Novel 35.6%, Romance 21.5%, Anime 19.2%, Adventure 10.2%, Story Rich 6.4%
When tragedy sparks the advancement of science, a sentient android is created. Now, in this heart-wrenching, romantic, and beautiful visual novel, you will explore whether or not it's possible for man and machine to truly love each other.
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.8%, Romance 20.5%, Anime 16.9%, Choices Matter 10.7%, Sci-fi 9.4%
Tyler is a high schooler on a mission. He's going to use every minute of summer vacation to go on as many GPS-assisted scavenger hunts as possible. After running into some old friends during one of these hunts, strange things start happening: The day resets and today plays out exactly like yesterday
Why similar: Visual Novel 39%, Adventure 22.2%, Anime 18.9%, Romance 15.2%, Story Rich 3.9%
Shanghai Summer is an adventure game set in the millennium. Our protagonist, Baichuan, goes through a series of "anomalies" over the length of twelve days. In his pursuit of the truth, he found that his hopes and regrets from the past finally seem to converge. Will he be able to "fix" it for good?
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.8%, Romance 22.5%, Anime 19.9%, Adventure 10.5%, Story Rich 8.7%
Sanzenkai Setsuna awakens on the shore of isolated island Urashima with no memories of his past. Befriending three local girls, Rinne, Karen, and Sara, Setsuna's quest to discover the secrets of Urashima and how they tie into his own past - and future - begins.
Why similar: Visual Novel 33.3%, Anime 20.8%, Romance 13.3%, Sci-fi 8.9%, Adventure 8.2%
There is a girl, searching for something she lost... Tamayura Mirai is a midsummer fantasy visual novel of humans, spirits, and sorcerers that's won several industry awards in Japan.
Why similar: Visual Novel 26.2%, Romance 22.1%, Anime 17.1%, Choices Matter 11.2%, Adventure 10.4%
The reborn HD edition, Remastered by Siro! Set in Piova, the city of music and endless rain. Guide Chris Vertin on the path to become a master musician in a harmonious fusion of Visual Novel and Music-based gameplay.
Why similar: Visual Novel 27.5%, Romance 22.3%, Anime 17.8%, Choices Matter 13.6%, Adventure 9.6%
Developed by 5pb. and Nitroplus, STEINS;GATE was awarded Famitsu magazine's coveted annual Game of Excellence award and was voted one of the most emotionally charged “tear-inducing games” ever made, in a Famitsu poll. It is a gripping and moving Visual Novel, which has already spawned manga and anime adaptations.
Why similar: Visual Novel 37.6%, Anime 19.2%, Sci-fi 12.6%, Romance 9.4%, Story Rich 8.7%
"This is a tale of 'flowers' that never bloom." Shirohime, a girl who has lost her memory, and Kurofude, a mysterious boy, traverse through classic Japanese fairy tales within the land of Adabana, a realm of illustrated books. What awaits them after they mend the distorted tales?
Why similar: Visual Novel 42%, Adventure 34.1%, Anime 12%, Story Rich 11.8%
It is an adventure game with multiple endings. An original script written by a well-known light novelist with a total of 400,000 words. With reasoning, suspense, love, and science fiction elements, it allows players to embark on a highly immersive journey of salvation on the submarine train.
Why similar: Visual Novel 29%, Romance 24.4%, Anime 16.3%, Choices Matter 12.7%, Adventure 9.6%
Is one life worth the price of another? A bittersweet visual novel about life and death, trust and bonds, and promises made. Brought to you by popular Japanese bishojo game developer SWEET&TEA. Winner of the Moe Game Awards 2016's "New Brand Award"!
Why similar: Visual Novel 31.4%, Romance 24.8%, Anime 20.2%, Adventure 10.6%, Story Rich 7.1%
A tale of the planet's final love story told using the full force of minori's critically acclaimed illustrative style, engaging musical compositions, and the highly talented staff that has led fans coming back for more every single time!
Why similar: Visual Novel 39.8%, Anime 26.2%, Romance 17.5%, Adventure 6.4%, Story Rich 5.7%
Make up for lost time with Once Again, If you could travel through time, who’s the first person you’d meet? An interactive story about a boy who spends his summers wandering between past and present... After meeting her, summer will never be the same again...Who is she, and what journey awaits you?
Why similar: Visual Novel 53.7%, Adventure 24.7%, Story Rich 14.4%, 2D 4.6%, Singleplayer 2.5%
One of the most highly-acclaimed visual novel series arrives on Steam, newly revamped and officially in English! An interdimensional love story that takes high school romance on a roller-coaster ride through the depths of despair, culminating in a sci-fi grand finale of epic proportions.
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.3%, Romance 25.8%, Anime 18.8%, Sci-fi 11.2%, Story Rich 7.1%
Kaito wakes to find himself in a strange room, with no memories, and a taciturn girl named Yonagi by his side. Upon learning of his role, he immerses himself into three wondrous dream worlds with her. When all three stories meet a bitter end, Kaito recovers his memories, and the true story unfolds.
Why similar: Visual Novel 30.4%, Romance 29.4%, Sci-fi 14.5%, Adventure 9.7%, Story Rich 9.4%
Eternal Threads is a single-player, first-person story-driven puzzle game of time manipulation, choice and consequence.
Why similar: Time Manipulation 50% ★, Choices Matter 22.7%, Adventure 13.3%, Story Rich 11.8%, Singleplayer 2.3%
Detective Reiji Tokisaka is back to face down a mystery that spans decades, if not centuries. With the aftermath of his last case weighing on his soul and a long-silent cult resurgent, can he solve the crime—or will it become his curse?
Why similar: Visual Novel 34%, Romance 32%, Anime 20.3%, 2D 7.1%, Adventure 6.7%
Complex Loop is a sci-fi themed visual novel. This is a story of time loops between past and future. Within a time limit of 20 minutes, your mission is to save a mysterious girl died from an explosion accident one year ago. Solve puzzles and reveal the truth behind the tragedy. An adventure awaits!
Why similar: Visual Novel 35.2%, Anime 22.9%, Sci-fi 17.3%, Adventure 14.8%, 2D 9.9%
The pioneering nakige that made a generation cry... Legendary '90s visual novel ONE. is back and better than ever with updated art, animations, and features!
Why similar: Visual Novel 30.6%, Anime 20.9%, Choices Matter 14.7%, Romance 12.9%, Adventure 8.9%
Seiran Island. Even here in paradise, there are those who work in the shadows to bring it down... Confront the tyranny of a twisted system in this long-awaited visual novel adventure.
Why similar: Visual Novel 33.8%, Romance 23.4%, Anime 19.8%, Choices Matter 8.9%, Adventure 6.9%
A fully-animated visual novel about a boy who wakes up in an unknown house with two beautiful sisters, their mother, and an unspoken truth.
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.4%, Romance 26.8%, Anime 19.7%, Adventure 8.2%, 2D 8%
Mysterious phenomena from space. A researcher's fatal accident. Cryptic codes engraved on an unknown material. Together with your brilliant sister-in-law, you must unravel a mystery that could determine the fate of Earth. A sci-fi mystery visual novel of discovery and suspense.
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.9%, Romance 17%, Anime 16.3%, Adventure 13.9%, Sci-fi 13.4%
"let's make a promise... When I grow up, I'll find you." By complete chance, these two childhood friends meet again after 10 years apart, but this time, will he be able to hold on to her? Or, will he lose here again forever? A love story about a summer trip in the countryside.
Why similar: Visual Novel 53.3%, Anime 25.7%, Adventure 21%
Dive into the boundless galaxy and embark on an emotional adventure! Help little robot Emeth to fulfill a century-old promise by finding Earth in order to save Mankind—so step into the spaceship, operate a deep space telescope, and find out what’s out there in the unknown.
Why similar: Visual Novel 36.5%, Anime 15.5%, Adventure 13.4%, Sci-fi 12%, Story Rich 11.1%
"Kimi ga Nozomu Eien" returns as an Enhanced Edition! This legendary visual novel left fans emotionally wrecked for days after its release, and two decades later, its rollercoaster storyline still captivates hearts. Experience the romance that shook a generation!
Why similar: Visual Novel 29%, Romance 24%, Anime 17.9%, Choices Matter 10.5%, Adventure 9.4%
Unravel a string of gruesome murders terrorizing Tokyo in this mystery-thriller visual novel. The secrets of a case from six years prior may just be the key to the current unending cycle of tragedy—and the thing that cracks this woeful world’s shell may be one girl’s smile.
Why similar: Visual Novel 35%, Romance 25.9%, Choices Matter 15.2%, Anime 10.3%, Adventure 7.6%
A tale of small miracles in a snow-covered town— Kanon, the very first game from visual novel studio Key, is now available on Steam! Now featuring HD visuals and full voice support! (The protagonist is only voiced in certain scenes.)
Why similar: Visual Novel 36.3%, Romance 18.8%, Anime 16.5%, Adventure 15.8%, 2D 7.5%
an Visual Novel & Puzzle Game
Why similar: Visual Novel 44%, Adventure 33.6%, Anime 22.5%
「メモリーズオフ」シリーズ史上最もライトで最もシリアスな二面性のあるシナリオが、切なくて儚い、ただ一つの想いを選ぶ“二者択一の恋物語”(オルタナティブ・ラヴストーリー)へとプレイヤーを誘います。
Why similar: Adventure 50.9%, Visual Novel 30.2%, Anime 19%
Answer the summons to the parallel world of "Kamitsubaki City" and meet a cast of colorful characters as you set out on a quest to save this city from the brink of destruction in this dark-fantasy sci-fi visual novel!
Why similar: Visual Novel 49.1%, Adventure 22.3%, Anime 16.3%, 2D 9.7%, Singleplayer 2.6%
Type-NOISE: Shonen Shojo is a multi-ending mystery adventure game. A group of boys and girls who have lost their memories gather in a “Tokyo” that is both familiar and unfamiliar. They must trace their lost memories to escape the bizarre labyrinths. Are they prepared to confront their “true selves”?
Why similar: Visual Novel 31.7%, Anime 20.2%, Sci-fi 16%, Adventure 15.2%, Story Rich 8%
A Japanese love adventure game, as you follow the story of Kogasaka You, his hometown and a promise he made.
Why similar: Visual Novel 52.5%, Anime 20.8%, Adventure 17.4%, Story Rich 8.4%, Singleplayer 0.9%
Transported back a century by fate, you find yourself in a legendary tale of vengeance. Amidst powerful enemies in a tumultuous era, your mission is to assist those around you. Experience this immersive epic from a first-person perspective—authentic, weighty, yet brimming with hope.
Why similar: Story Rich 57.2%, Adventure 42.8%
a love story between time and space
Why similar: Visual Novel 32.2%, Romance 27.3%, Time Manipulation 18.4% ★, Anime 11.1%, Choices Matter 5.8%
The long-awaited "Riviera: The Promised Land" is back with many added features for easier play! The story unfolds like flipping through a picture book with various variations of music color the adventure. Let's set out on the journey to protect Riviera from the devastation of the "The Retribution."
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.3%, Romance 21%, Anime 18.9%, Adventure 11%, 2D 8.7%
You awaken in the Forest of Silver Shallots, setting out to uncover the secret of the Morphean Paradox. Above, factions weave their schemes; below, the black mist hides a swelling undercurrent. Time never stands still, and truth wears many faces. Not everyone can return to their fate…
Why similar: Visual Novel 33.3%, Anime 18.4%, Choices Matter 17.9%, Adventure 13.6%, Story Rich 10.7%
A mad and romantic ADV. Unravel a strange world of science and philosophy with a mecha girl, zombie girl, or beastfolk. Some paths may disturb you... or thrill you.
Why similar: Visual Novel 33.4%, Anime 21.4%, Sci-fi 14.1%, Adventure 13.7%, 2D 9.6%
Explore the meaning of memories in this mysterious fairytale where fantasy and reality intertwine. The story unfolds from the perspectives of two women: one who travels in the ruins of Engine City New York, and one who finds herself in an underground world with an eldritch, violet sky.
Why similar: Visual Novel 31.7%, Romance 26.4%, Anime 21.2%, Adventure 10.3%, Story Rich 8.7%
A tragic love story following Memori and her search for the missing "him."
Why similar: Visual Novel 30.7%, Romance 20.9%, Anime 13.3%, Choices Matter 11.2%, 2D 8.5%
A word adventure game based on a long-distance relationship. On high school and college campuses, pick up memories that belong only to that time. Ideal and reality, if we can chose it again, can we not have regrets?
Why similar: Visual Novel 39%, Anime 29.9%, Story Rich 16%, Adventure 12.7%, Singleplayer 2.4%
This game is a bishoujo game developed and published by Kawayi Play.
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.6%, Anime 17.3%, Choices Matter 17.1%, Romance 12.6%, Adventure 11.9%
Kidnapped and taken to an unfamiliar location, nine people find themselves forced to participate in a diabolical Nonary Game by an enigmatic mastermind called Zero. Why were they there? Why were they chosen to put their lives on the line? And more importantly, who can be trusted?
Why similar: Visual Novel 40.7%, Choices Matter 16.8%, Anime 14.7%, Story Rich 10.5%, Sci-fi 8.6%
Love-suspense AVG with the theme of "The Peach Blossom Spring". The equinox flowers, bloom for one thousand years and wither for one thousand years. Eternal paradise. Do you choose to stay here, escape here, or bury everything here?
Why similar: Visual Novel 34.4%, Romance 17.7%, Anime 17%, Adventure 14.8%, Story Rich 9.1%
Alone With You is a bittersweet sci-fi adventure game that goes right for the heart. Escape a doomed space colony with the help of your troubled AI companion and four chatty holograms in this unique blend of adventure & visual novel storytelling.
Why similar: Visual Novel 27%, Adventure 25.2%, Romance 24.4%, Sci-fi 14.7%, Story Rich 7.3%
A BL/yaoi mystery visual novel that follows a man named Sebastian as he’s forced into a game of life-or-death, alongside three strangers. Who put him there, and more importantly… who can he trust?
Why similar: Visual Novel 30.7%, Romance 25.7%, Anime 18.7%, Choices Matter 12.6%, Story Rich 6.8%